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Troubleshoot Boats Getting Stuck or Slowing Down

Identify the Problem

If your boat still stalls despite the mod:

  • Check for 2+ block height changes (these exceed step height and need manual navigation)
  • Look for entities or mobs blocking your path
  • Verify you're not hitting water current transitions or lily pads

Common Causes

The mod improves movement but doesn't eliminate all obstacles. Boats can still get stuck on:

  • Sudden terrain drops
  • Dense vegetation or blocks
  • Unexpected water level changes
  • Mobs in the boat's path

Solutions

Clear your route of unnecessary blocks and mobs before high-speed travel. Design paths with gradual transitions rather than sharp changes. If a specific section causes problems, consider rerouting or manually piloting through that area. Test your boat's speed on the problematic section at lower speeds first to identify exactly where it slows.